Pellet Boiler P4 Pellet 8 - 105 Translation of the original German installation instructions for technicians Read and follow the instructions and safety information! Technical changes, typographical errors and omissions reserved! M0931113_en | Edition 25/02/2014 Froling GesmbH | A-4710 Grieskirchen, Industriestraße 12 | www.froeling.com...
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Version of 27 Oct 2011 SUPPLEMENTARY INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS FOR THE UK MARKET TO BE READ IN CONJUNCTION WITH THOSE IN THE MAIN INSTRUCTION MANUAL These instructions together with those in the instruction manual cover the basic principles to ensure the satisfactory installation of the boiler, although detail may need slight modification to suit particular local site conditions.
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Version of 27 Oct 2011 BOILER PERFORMANCE The nominal heat outputs for the various boilers are detailed in the main instruction manual: PREPARATORY WORK AND SAFETY CHECKS IMPORTANT WARNING This boiler must not be installed into a chimney that serves any other heating appliance. There must not be an extractor fan fitted in the same room as the boiler as this can cause the boiler to emit fumes into the room.
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Version of 27 Oct 2011 Approved Document J (see also combustion air supply). Adequate provision e.g. easily accessible soot door or doors must be provided for sweeping the chimney and connecting fluepipe. Connection to the chimney All the boilers have a flue gas connector that allows connection to the main chimney using a suitable connecting pipe.
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Version of 27 Oct 2011 Electrical connections The installation of any electrical services during the installation of this boiler and the associated heating system must be carried out by a registered competent electrician and in accordance with the requirements of the latest issue of BS 7671.
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Version of 27 Oct 2011 SUPPLEMENTARY OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS FOR THE UK MARKET TO BE READ IN CONJUNCTION WITH THOSE IN THE OPERATION MANUAL READ THE OPERATION MANUAL AND WARNING NOTE Properly installed, operated and maintained this boiler will not emit fumes into the dwelling. Occasional fumes from de-ashing and re-fuelling may occur.
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Version of 27 Oct 2011 Protection of vulnerable persons This type of boiler is unlikely to be installed in a part of the home that would be considered as part of the general living area or easily accessible from such. It is intended to be installed in its own boiler room. This boiler room should be guarded effectively with the use of an appropriate lockable door.
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Version of 27 Oct 2011 Permanent air vent The boiler requires a permanent and adequate air supply in order for it to operate safely and efficiently. In accordance with current Building Regulations the installer may have fitted a permanent air supply vent into the room in which the boiler is installed to provide combustion air.
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Pellet Boiler P4 Pellet 8 - 105 Translation of the original German installation instructions for technicians Read and follow the instructions and safety information! Technical changes, typographical errors and omissions reserved! M0931113_en | Edition 25/02/2014 Froling GesmbH | A-4710 Grieskirchen, Industriestraße 12 | www.froeling.com...
Dismantling for location where positioning is difficult 4.5.1 Removing the stoker assembly and insulation 4.5.2 Removing the door and ash drawer (P4 Pellet 8 - 25) 4.5.3 Dismantling the suction cyclone cover 4.5.4 Dismantling the stoker unit Froling GesmbH | A-4710 Grieskirchen, Industriestraße 12 | www.froeling.com...
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Initial startup 5.2.1 Permitted fuels Wood pellets 5.2.2 Non-permitted fuels 5.2.3 Heating up for the first time Decommissioning Mothballing Disassembly Disposal Appendix Addresses 7.1.1 Address of manufacturer 7.1.2 Address of the installer Installation Instructions P4 Pellet 8 - 105 | M0931113_en...
General 1 General Thank you for choosing a quality product from Froling. The product features a state-of- the-art design and conforms to all currently applicable standards and testing guide‐ lines. Please read and observe the documentation provided and always keep it close to the system for reference.
Work with extreme care. CAUTION The dangerous situation may occur and if measures are not observed it will lead to minor injuries or damage to property. Installation Instructions P4 Pellet 8 - 105 | M0931113_en...
2.3 Protective equipment for assembly staff You must ensure that staff have the protective equipment specified by accident pre‐ vention regulations. ▪ For transportation, setup and assembly: - suitable workwear - protective gloves - sturdy shoes Froling GesmbH | A-4710 Grieskirchen, Industriestraße 12 | www.froeling.com...
Regulations for the planning, installation, running/operation and maintenance of heating systems in buildings to reduce energy consumption with reference to Article 4, Comma 4 of the Legis‐ lative Decree of 9 January 1991, No. 10 (Italy) Installation Instructions P4 Pellet 8 - 105 | M0931113_en...
Unless otherwise specified in the applicable building regulations for the boiler room, the following standards apply to the design and dimensions of the air ducts: Froling GesmbH | A-4710 Grieskirchen, Industriestraße 12 | www.froeling.com...
These systems offer no oxygen removal for the purposes of corrosion control as required by VDI 2035 and in the interests of corrosion protection should not be used. Installation Instructions P4 Pellet 8 - 105 | M0931113_en...
For the correct dimensions of the storage tank and the line insulation (in accordance with ÖNORM M 7510 or guideline UZ37) please consult your installer or Froling. ⇨ See "Addresses" [page 47]...
The second index "2" (C ) indicates type C boilers with a blower fan downstream of the combustion chamber or the heat exchanger. Froling GesmbH | A-4710 Grieskirchen, Industriestraße 12 | www.froeling.com...
❒ Fit a microbubble separator in the pipes to the boiler Recommendation: ➥ Follow the manufacturer's instructions! Installation Instructions P4 Pellet 8 - 105 | M0931113_en...
1. Corresponds to the minimum positioning width after removing the stoker assembly, suction cyclone and positioning unit 2. Corresponds to the minimum positioning height after removing the stoker assembly, suction cyclone and positioning unit Froling GesmbH | A-4710 Grieskirchen, Industriestraße 12 | www.froeling.com...
Pellet return air line DA 60 DA 60 DA 60 DA 60 DA 60 Flue spigot diameter (DM) Induced draught fan Controller box Lambdatronic P 3200 control High-limit thermostat (STL) Main switch Service interface Froling GesmbH | A-4710 Grieskirchen, Industriestraße 12 | www.froeling.com...
ÖNORM B 8115-2 Sound insulation and room acoustics in building construction - Requirements for sound insulation ÖNORM H 5190 Heating systems - Acoustic insulation Froling GesmbH | A-4710 Grieskirchen, Industriestraße 12 | www.froeling.com...
❒ Pay attention to the pallet's centre of gravity when lifting ❒ Position a fork-lift or similar lifting device at the pallet and bring in the components If the boiler cannot be brought in on the pallet: Installation Instructions P4 Pellet 8 - 105 | M0931113_en...
If the system is to be assembled at a later stage: ❒ Store components at a protected location, which is dry and free from dust ➥ Damp conditions and frost can damage components, particularly electric ones! Froling GesmbH | A-4710 Grieskirchen, Industriestraße 12 | www.froeling.com...
❒ Remove securing devices used during transportation on the left and right side of the base ❒ Remove two screws each on the left and right of the ash collecting plate and re‐ move the collecting plate ❒ Pull out the floor insulation behind Installation Instructions P4 Pellet 8 - 105 | M0931113_en...
❒ Lift boiler off pallet TIP: Use Froling’s KHV 1400 boiler lifting system to help remove the pallet! 4.4.2 Moving the boiler in the boiler room ❒ Position a fork-lift or similar lifting device with a suitable load-bearing capacity at the base frame ❒...
Space required incl. maintenance area for in‐ duced draught fan with calorific value heat ex‐ changer Space for insulated door Space requirement with plug-in insulated door Minimum distance to side of boiler Installation Instructions P4 Pellet 8 - 105 | M0931113_en...
❒ Remove the two screws and contact washers from the flaps of the controller cover ➥ Caution: Do not lose the contact washers! ❒ Open the insulated door (P4 Pellet 8/15/20/25) Froling GesmbH | A-4710 Grieskirchen, Industriestraße 12 | www.froeling.com...
❒ Tilt the lock bolt for the door hinges forwards ❒ Lift the insulated door out of the hinges and remove ❒ Open both ash doors and remove the ash drawer Installation Instructions P4 Pellet 8 - 105 | M0931113_en...
❒ Unplug the units: ▪ "Suction unit M3" ▪ "Max level S1" ▪ "Gate valve M8" ❒ Undo the cable ties at the cable leadthrough ❒ Pull out the cables of the unplugged units Froling GesmbH | A-4710 Grieskirchen, Industriestraße 12 | www.froeling.com...
At the pellet module: ❒ Unplug the units: ▪ "Grate drive M6" ▪ "Burn back flap M7" ▪ "Stoker motor M1" ▪ "Ignition E1" ❒ Pull out the cables of the unplugged units Installation Instructions P4 Pellet 8 - 105 | M0931113_en...
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❒ Remove the spring cotter at the front and back of the grate drive and remove the bolts ➥ CAUTION: Secure the grate motor so that it does not fall! ❒ Push the sleeve on the grate rod back ❒ Remove the grate motor Froling GesmbH | A-4710 Grieskirchen, Industriestraße 12 | www.froeling.com...
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❒ Pull the stoker unit up slightly until the hooks come out of the stoker flange ❒ Tip the unit back slightly and lift away The P4 is now fully dismantled and can be brought in. Installation Instructions P4 Pellet 8 - 105 | M0931113_en...
❒ Secure the bottom nuts to the bracket of the control ❒ Remove the screws on the right and left of the control ❒ Unplug the cable marked “Display” and pull up out of the controller ❒ Remove the control Froling GesmbH | A-4710 Grieskirchen, Industriestraße 12 | www.froeling.com...
➥ There must not be any loose cables in the area of the igniter. ➥ Only connect the power supply after completing assembly. NOTICE! The individual units should be checked by a qualified technician and adjus‐ ted if necessary during initial start-up. Installation Instructions P4 Pellet 8 - 105 | M0931113_en...
❒ Using an Allen key (13 mm), loosen the lock nuts on the locking cams at the top and bottom ❒ Close the door ➥ With a gap of approx. 2 to 3 cm there should be a noticeable resistance Froling GesmbH | A-4710 Grieskirchen, Industriestraße 12 | www.froeling.com...
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❒ Loosen the lock nuts at the top and bottom of the locking plate using an Allen key (13 mm) ❒ Close the door ➥ With a gap of approx. 2 to 3 cm there should be a noticeable resistance Installation Instructions P4 Pellet 8 - 105 | M0931113_en...
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❒ If the door will not close, move the locking plate forward slightly ➥ Caution: The locking plate must be aligned at the top and bottom. ❒ Secure the lock nuts again Froling GesmbH | A-4710 Grieskirchen, Industriestraße 12 | www.froeling.com...
❒ Join the two cables of the ID fan with the pre-installed cables ➥ The locking device (1) must click into place. ❒ Push the cable behind the cladding and replace the induced draught cover plates. Installation Instructions P4 Pellet 8 - 105 | M0931113_en...
❒ Remove the screw and contact washer on the bottom of the controller cover ❒ Remove the controller cover ❒ Hang the insulated door to the boiler base and secure with lock bolt Froling GesmbH | A-4710 Grieskirchen, Industriestraße 12 | www.froeling.com...
➥ Left port (1) = suction hose (Pellets sticker) ➥ Right port (2) = return air line NOTICE! Ensure the potential equalisation matches the discharge system assembly instructions when connecting the lines! Installation Instructions P4 Pellet 8 - 105 | M0931113_en...
➥ Caution: Do not lose the contact washers! ❒ Open the insulated door (P4 Pellet 8/15/20/25) ❒ Remove the screw and contact washer on the bottom of the controller cover ❒ Remove the controller cover Froling GesmbH | A-4710 Grieskirchen, Industriestraße 12 | www.froeling.com...
➥ Only use special high efficiency pumps with a connection option for a con‐ trol line (PDM/0-10V)! ➥ Observe the additional instructions and information on board outputs in the operation instructions for the boiler controller. Installation Instructions P4 Pellet 8 - 105 | M0931113_en...
➥ The actuators (1) of the pellet box must be switched to the "R" position. The actuators are ready to plug in and are connected to the board. The pellet box comes with all the necessary plug clips. Froling GesmbH | A-4710 Grieskirchen, Industriestraße 12 | www.froeling.com...
Take the following precautions: ❒ Initial startup should be carried out with an authorised installer or with Froling customer services ❒ Adjust the boiler controller to the system type ❒...
Using non-standard fuels can also lead to serious problems with combustion. For this reason, when operating the boiler: ❒ Only use permitted fuels Froling GesmbH | A-4710 Grieskirchen, Industriestraße 12 | www.froeling.com...
❒ Tip: If this occurs, clean up using a cleaning rag. NOTICE! See boiler controller operating instructions for all the steps necessary to start up for the first time Lambdatronic P 3200 Installation Instructions P4 Pellet 8 - 105 | M0931113_en...
❒ Ensure that they are disposed of in an environmentally friendly way in accordance with waste management regulations. ❒ You can separate and clean recyclable materials and send them to a recycling centre. Froling GesmbH | A-4710 Grieskirchen, Industriestraße 12 | www.froeling.com...
7.1.1 Address of manufacturer FRÖLING Heizkessel- und Behälterbau GesmbH Industriestraße 12 A-4710 Grieskirchen AUSTRIA TEL 0043 (0)7248 606 0 FAX 0043 (0)7248 606 600 INTERNET www.froeling.com 7.1.2 Address of the installer Stamp Installation Instructions P4 Pellet 8 - 105 | M0931113_en...
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Pellet boiler P4 Pellet (Touch) Translation of the original German operating instructions for the operator Read and follow the instructions and safety information! Technical changes, typographical errors and omissions reserved! B0870112_en | Edition 25/02/2014 Froling GesmbH | A-4710 Grieskirchen, Industriestraße 12 | www.froeling.com...
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Emptying the ash drawers (for P4 Pellet 8-25) Emptying the ash container (for P4 Pellet 32-105) Check the grate and combustion chamber Check the downpipe for dirt (P4 Pellet 45 and up) Froling GesmbH | A-4710 Grieskirchen, Industriestraße 12 | www.froeling.com...
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Table of Contents 4.2.3 Annual check Cleaning the flue gas collection chamber and the heat exchanger Clean WOS Cleaning the induced draught fan Cleaning the flue gas pipe Cleaning the flue gas temperature sensor Emissions measurement by chimney sweep or regulatory body 4.3.1 Measuring at rated load in pellet mode Maintenance agreement / Customer service...
General 1 General Thank you for choosing a quality product from Froling. The product features a state-of- the-art design and conforms to all currently applicable standards and testing guide‐ lines. Please read and observe the documentation provided and always keep it close to the system for reference.
General P4 Pellet product overview 1.1 P4 Pellet product overview P4 Pellet with integrated pellet cyclone container Control panel of the Lambdatronic P 3200 Touch control Status LED (operating status): - GREEN constant: BOILER SWITCHED ON - GREEN flashing (interval: 5 sec OFF, 1 sec ON): BOILER SWITCHED OFF - ORANGE flashing: WARNING - RED flashing: FAULT Large touch display for showing and changing operating statuses and parameters...
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Ash container - combustion chamber Ash screw and rotary agitator of the automatic heat exchanger cleaner Ash screw and rotary agitator of the combustion chamber ash removal unit Lever of the ash box lock Froling GesmbH | A-4710 Grieskirchen, Industriestraße 12 | www.froeling.com...
Safety Hazard levels of warnings 2 Safety 2.1 Hazard levels of warnings This documentation uses warnings with the following hazard levels to indicate direct hazards and important safety instructions: DANGER The dangerous situation is imminent and if measures are not observed it will lead to serious injury or death.
Warning of injury to fingers or hands, gear/chain drive hands, cutting edge Hand injury warning Warning of injury from being pulled into rotating shafts Increased CO concentration Slipping hazard warning warning Froling GesmbH | A-4710 Grieskirchen, Industriestraße 12 | www.froeling.com...
❒ Observe the details on procedures for operation, maintenance and cleaning, as well as troubleshooting in the individual manuals. ❒ Any work above and beyond this should be carried out by authorised heating engineers or by Froling customer services. WARNING External influences: Negative external influences, such as insufficient combustion air or non-standard fuel, can cause serious faults in combustion (e.g.
Safety Permitted uses 2.4 Permitted uses The Froling Pellet boiler P4 Pellet is designed solely for heating domestic water. Only use fuels specified in the "Permitted fuels" section. ⇨ See "Permitted fuels" [page 10] The unit should only be operated when it is in full working order. It should be operated in accordance with the instructions, observing safety precautions, and you should en‐...
Safety Qualification of operating staff 2.5 Qualification of operating staff CAUTION If unauthorised persons enter the installation room / boiler room: Risk of personal injury and damage to property ❒ The operator is responsible for keeping unauthorised persons, in particular children, away from the system.
Switzerland: SWKI 97-1 Italy: D.P.R. no. 412 NOTICE! Note on filling with make-up water: always bleed the filling hose before con‐ necting, in order to prevent air from entering the system. Froling GesmbH | A-4710 Grieskirchen, Industriestraße 12 | www.froeling.com...
For the correct dimensions of the storage tank and the line insulation (in accordance with ÖNORM M 7510 or guideline UZ37) please consult your installer or Froling. ⇨ See "Addresses" [page 31] 2.7.5 Chimney connection/chimney system...
(protection against overheating/excess pressure) SAFETY VALVE When the boiler pressure reaches a maximum of 3 bar, the safety valve opens and the heated water is blown off in the form of steam. Froling GesmbH | A-4710 Grieskirchen, Industriestraße 12 | www.froeling.com...
Safety Residual risks 2.9 Residual risks WARNING When touching hot surfaces: Severe burns are possible on hot surfaces and the flue gas pipe! When work is carried out on the boiler: ❒ Shut down the boiler in a controlled way (operating status "Boiler off") and al‐ low it to cool down ❒...
❒ Switch boiler off by tapping “Boiler OFF” ❒ Open all mixing valve taps, switch on all pumps. ➥ The Froling heating circuit control performs this function in automatic operation. ❒ Leave the boiler room and close the door ❒ Open any available radiator thermostat valves If the temperature does not drop: ❒...
Take the following precautions: ❒ Initial startup should be carried out with an authorised installer or with Froling customer services The individual steps for initial start-up are explained in the operating instructions for...
No fire, open flames or smoking in the store! 3.3 Heating up the boiler NOTICE Do not modify the factory settings! Changing the system's factory settings can be detrimental to efficiency and emis‐ sions of the system. Froling GesmbH | A-4710 Grieskirchen, Industriestraße 12 | www.froeling.com...
Operating the System Heating up the boiler 3.3.1 Switching on the power supply ❒ Turn on the main switch ➥ There is voltage at all of the boiler's components ➥ When the control has completed the system start, the boiler is ready for opera‐ tion 3.3.2 Switching on the boiler ❒...
❒ Allow boiler to cool for at least 1 hour ❒ After maintenance has been carried out switch the boiler on in the desired mode. ➥ In service mode the boiler does not start automatically. Froling GesmbH | A-4710 Grieskirchen, Industriestraße 12 | www.froeling.com...
Boiler servicing Inspection and cleaning WARNING Incorrect inspection and cleaning: Incorrect or insufficient inspection and cleaning of the boiler can cause serious faults in combustion (e.g. spontaneous combustion of carbonisation gases / flash fires) and this can lead to serious accidents and damage! Take the following precautions: ❒...
❒ Put the transport cover on as illustrated and pull out the ash drawer until the trans‐ port cover engages ❒ Take the ashcan to the emptying point and empty it ➥ Push up the locking lever to remove the transport cover. Froling GesmbH | A-4710 Grieskirchen, Industriestraße 12 | www.froeling.com...
Boiler servicing Inspection and cleaning Emptying the ash container (for P4 Pellet 32-105) ❒ Open the insulated door and push the locking lever up ❒ Pull out the ash container and put the cover plate provided onto the flange of the ash container ❒...
❒ Check the downpipe (1) between the burner gate valve and combustion grate for dirt ❒ If there is a lot of dirt or caking, clean the downpipe ➥ For cleaning use a large crosshead screwdriver and a wire brush, for example. Froling GesmbH | A-4710 Grieskirchen, Industriestraße 12 | www.froeling.com...
Boiler servicing Inspection and cleaning 4.2.3 Annual check Cleaning the flue gas collection chamber and the heat exchanger ❒ Remove the insulating cover and turn the seal screws on the cleaning cover anti‐ clockwise using the tool supplied to loosen ❒...
❒ Clean the connecting pipe between the boiler and chimney with a chimney sweep‐ ing brush ➥ Depending on the layout of the flue gas pipes and the chimney draught, clean‐ ing once a year may not be enough! Froling GesmbH | A-4710 Grieskirchen, Industriestraße 12 | www.froeling.com...
Boiler servicing Inspection and cleaning Cleaning the flue gas temperature sensor ❒ Release the retaining screw and take the flue gas temperature sensor (AF) out of the flue gas pipe ❒ Wipe the flue gas temperature sensor with a clean cloth ❒...
Heating Plant Regulations (Feuerungsanlagen-Verordnung). 4.5 Replacement parts With Froling original replacement parts in your boiler, you are using parts that match perfectly. As the parts fit together so well, installation times are shortened and a long service life is maintained.
Troubleshooting General fault with power supply 5 Troubleshooting 5.1 General fault with power supply Error characteristics Cause of error Elimination of error Nothing is shown on the dis‐ General power failure play Main switch is turned off Turn on the main switch No power to the controller FI circuit breaker or line pro‐...
Trace and remove the fault and then: ❒ Tap the “Cancel” symbol ➥ Status LED constant or flashing green light (depending on operating status) - Green constant: Boiler switched on - Green flashing: Boiler switched off Froling GesmbH | A-4710 Grieskirchen, Industriestraße 12 | www.froeling.com...
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